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B.S. in Animal Science

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Animal Science provide a strong basic foundation in animal science courses and places emphasis on courses based on the student's concentration choice. The program provide many hands-on learning opportunities to further develop the student's knowledge. There are six concentrations offered:

Plan Your Future

Career Opportunities

Obtaining a B.S. in Animal Science can lead to careers such as:

Breed Association Representative

Genetic Mating Service Specialist

Nutritional Consultant

Research Associate

Meat Inspector

Internships

We strongly encourage our students to complete one of our available internships. These internships provide hands-on experience that will give students an advantage over other job applicants after graduation.

Please contact a program advisor for more information.

Career Services

Career Services offers students a wide variety of professional development opportunities that can translate into careers. A few of these programs include:

Facilities and Features

Block and Bridle Club

The Block & Bridle Club is a student organization that is devoted to promoting the interest and scholarship of Animal Science and Agriculture among Tarleton students and the community. We are a pre-professional, social, and service club associated with the Animal Science Department and the American Society of Animal Science.

Tarleton Equine Assisted Therapy (TREAT)

TREAT serves as a training program for students who plan to enter a career in the equine assisted therapy industry. Students who are interested in a career working with individuals that have special needs can gain experience from this program as well. TREAT also serves as a training program for these applicable industries:

Veterinary Service

Therapy

Health Care

Education

Any individual can benefit from the skills and lessons provide by this unique program.

Facilities

There are several facilities that we utilize to ensure that students get the best hands-on experience possible. These facilities include: